Schaap River Canyon Ultra

Event Information

Run along the river bed of the magnificent Schaap River as it meanders through a majestic canyon carved by the hands of time.

Run where the shy leopard silently roam the weathered canyon walls. Run on jagged trails that guided old copper wagons up Spektakel Pass. Run the lunar landscapes created in an ancient time when everything was a boiling pot of melted granite.

You must carry a card with all your medical details on it such a Doctor’s telephone number, Medical insurance number, emergency telephone number and contact name, blood group, any allergies etc. This must be inside a sealed ziplock bag and on your person.

Rain/cold weather – You will NOT be allowed to go out onto the trails without any of this if the weather is foul. We will make that decision on the morning of the run – ensure you have it available!
“Water proof” rain jacket [Please note that a “wind proof” shell is NOT necessarily a “Rain proof” jacket, although a rain jacket is wind proof…] PLEASE make sure you understand the difference between the 2 garments – test it! We will have no hesitation turning you away if you have the incorrect foul weather gear.

SAFETY / MEDICAL

Comprehensive EMS will be present at the event

A full medical team will be present at the start of each day to ensure every athlete is fit enough to take part.

The same medical staff will also be present at the finish of each stage to ensure assistance for any athletes in need.

Safety and route briefings will be held before the start of each stage.